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Source: MinEx, Health and Safety in NZ Extractives Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds has been praised for having listened to industry voices and giving them the lead on work-based training. MinEx, the national Health and Safety Council for the extractives sector, was among a number of industry bodies which feared the Government would dominate its new … Read more
Source: UNICEF Aotearoa NZ Immunization efforts are under growing threat as misinformation, population growth, humanitarian crises, and funding cuts jeopardize progress and leave millions of children, adolescents, and adults at risk, warn WHO, UNICEF, and Gavi during World Immunization Week, 24-30 April. Outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles, meningitis, and yellow fever are rising globally, … Read more
Source: Energy Resources Aotearoa Energy Resources Aotearoa has welcomed Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds’ announcement today confirming the introduction of an independent, industry-led model for work-based learning from 1 January 2026. John Carnegie, Chief Executive of Energy Resources Aotearoa, says the announcement reflects strong industry feedback and is a positive step forward for vocational education in … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2025 – Chinachem Group (“CCG”) announced today the successful closure of an HK$8 billion syndicated loan facility (“the Facility”), marking its debut syndicated loan and establishing a new benchmark for sustainable finance in Asia. As the region’s first syndicated loan to combine … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Dusit brings its signature Thai-inspired gracious hospitality to Chengdu, home of giant pandas, Sichuan cuisine, and the world-renowned Sichuan Opera. BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2025 – Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, represented in China by Dusit Fudu Hotels and Resorts, has … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attribute to Road Policing Manager Inspector Angela Hallett Police are investigating a serious crash involving an off-road bike in Hastings this afternoon. About 2pm, a motorcycle crashed on Canning Road, between Hapia Street and Orchard Road. As the bike skidded along the ground it hit a nurse outside a … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police are now in the position to release the name of the man who died following a crash on State Highway 2, Tangoio on 16 April. He was Glen Stephen Harrison, 64. Police extend our condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances … Read more
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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police are seeking photos of a Russian stuntman who went missing in 2002, in the hope the image can help identify partial remains located at Motutere earlier this year. Artour Melikov was 36 when he was reported missing on 10 September 2002. Turangi Police located his vehicle at the … Read more
Source: Te Pati Maori Te Pāti Māori are appalled by Cabinet’s decision to agree to 15 recommendations to the Early Childhood Education (ECE) sector following the regulatory review by the Ministry of Regulation. We emphasise the need to prioritise tamariki Māori in Early Childhood Education, conducted by education experts- not economists. “Our mokopuna deserve an … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) To be attributed to Detective Inspector Marty James, District Manager Criminal Investigations: Eastern District Police have today been issued a Gang Conflict Warrant, following several incidents stemming from ongoing tensions between Mongrel Mob and Black Power. At around 10:45pm on Tuesday night, shots were fired at houses in Wairoa … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Late April and early May will see maintenance works underway on State Highway 2 between Masterton and Carterton. Roxanne Hilliard, Wellington Alliance Manager, says contractors will complete a wide range of maintenance tasks. “They will be fixing safety barriers – we have four recent barrier strikes that need to be … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Please attribute to Inspector Renée Perkins, Area Commander, Kāpiti-Mana: Porirua Police and Māori Wardens are increasing patrols after several incidents of damage and theft at local schools. On Monday evening, 21 April, buildings and vehicles at two schools in Porirua East suffered over $32,000 worth of damage. Agencies, along … Read more
Source: Auckland Council After last week’s dose of wet and windy weather, Aucklanders are getting a bit of a reprieve for Anzac Day but may see rain over the weekend, most likely Sunday. We’re reminding people to check drains and gutters again; plan travel carefully and stay up to date with weather forecasts. Auckland Emergency … Read more
Source: Media Outreach MUMBAI, INDIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2025 – The Rhenus Group, a global logistics solutions provider, has announced the official rebranding of Blu Logistics LATAM to Rhenus Logistics, following its acquisition in 2023. The rebranding will enhance the Group’s footprint and operational integration across Latin America, as BLU Logistics … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has completed a successful three-day visit to the United Kingdom, where he met with His Majesty King Charles III and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. “The UK is one of New Zealand’s most trusted partners, and I had a hugely productive day with Prime Minister Starmer,” Mr … Read more
Source: New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi (CTU) The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi is warning that the Government’s decision to adopt a new model for the vocational education and training sector will lead to massive disruptions and instability in an already fatigued sector. “The NZCTU remains fundamentally … Read more
Source: Peace Action Wellington Friday 25 April 2025 – An Anzac Day Peace Picnic with the theme of ‘Never Again’ will be held at Pukeahu National War Memorial on Friday 25 April from 12:30pm-2pm. This is a family-friendly peace event operating under the tikanga of mana whenua, Te Kotahitanga o Taranaki Whanui ki te Upoko … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) District: Bay of Plenty State Highway 1 north of Tokoroa has reopened following a serious crash this morning. Police would like to thank motorists for their patience and cooperation while the road was closed. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre. MIL OSI
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now name the person who died following a crash in Culverden on 15 April. He was 73-year-old Linton Charrington Gardiner, from Waiau, Hurunui. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash remain ongoing. ENDS Issued by … Read more
Source: Media Outreach MINSK, BELARUS – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2025 – Wildberries, a leading e-commerce platform in Eurasia, has launched a new program in Belarus to teach IT skills to students and young mothers for working in online marketplaces. The project brings together 24 participants – 12 students and 12 young moms, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash that has blocked Canning Road at Camberley, Hastings. About 2pm, a motorcycle carrying two riders crashed between Hapia Street and Orchard Road, and then collided with a member of the public on the footpath. Two people have serious injuries … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Gerhard Jacobs, SAR Incident Controller: A family walking on Mt Taranaki who were underprepared for the conditions is prompting a reminder from Police to those heading out this long weekend. Police received a call about 6:30pm last night reporting that a man and two children were … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party After promising $250 a fortnight to many families, the Government has been forced to admit just a couple hundred families are receiving it. In a response to a written parliamentary question on their flagship FamilyBoost policy, the Revenue Minister has admitted that so far just “249 households have received the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government World Immunisation Week, celebrated in the last week of April, is an opportunity for parents and caregivers to ensure their children are up to date with their immunisations, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “High immunisation coverage is critical to protect not only the health of individuals, but the community from the … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2025 – Wood Capitol, a Singapore-based manufacturer of live-edge and solid wood furniture, has formalised its commitment to environmental responsibility by standardising the use of responsibly sourced wood across all product categories. The company has implemented sourcing protocols that prioritise legal harvesting, FSC-certified supply … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2025 – CDNetworks, the APAC-leading network to deliver edge as a service, is reinforcing its commitment to supporting global enterprises as they expand into key emerging markets, including Latin America, South and Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. With a well-established presence in … Read more